Job Description
Job DescriptionElevate your career with a leading healthcare organization in East Greenwich, RI.
We are searching for a meticulous and empathetic Medical Secretary to serve as the vital anchor of a respected medical practice. For those committed to providing top-tier patient experiences and thriving in a high-energy clinical setting, this role offers the perfect platform to expand your impact within the healthcare field.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Pay Range: $20 - $23 per hour
- Professional Growth: Clear career paths for advancement into management or specialized administrative roles.
- Team Culture: A collaborative, fast-paced group within a modern, patient-centered facility.
- Retention Reward: Access to performance-based incentives that recognize dedication and high-quality results.
Core Duties of the Medical Secretary:
- Primary Liaison: Serve as the lead point of contact for the practice, ensuring every patient and caller receives a welcoming, organized, and efficient reception.
- Communication Management: Oversee a steady flow of phone and digital communications, completing all administrative tasks and documentation with high accuracy.
- Operational Flow: Optimize daily workflows to support provider efficiency and minimize patient wait times.
- Patient Journey Coordination: Facilitate smooth intake and discharge processes, ensuring the seamless handling of referrals and follow-up visits.
- Financial Processing: Securely process co-pays and balances while performing end-of-day financial reconciliation within the practice management system.
- Insurance Coordination: Conduct comprehensive insurance verifications and secure necessary prior authorizations well ahead of scheduled appointments.
- Systems Management: Utilize electronic medical records (EMR) and scheduling software to ensure patient data is accurate and easily accessible.
Qualifications for the Medical Secretary:
- Education: High School Diploma or GED is required; an Associate’s degree in Healthcare Administration or a related field is preferred.
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years of practical experience in a medical office or clinical environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong command of Electronic Health Records (EHR) and a working knowledge of medical billing fundamentals.
- Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities paired with a professional, friendly demeanor.
- Execution: The ability to remain composed and effective while managing multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.
- Precision: Unwavering attention to detail regarding data entry, filing, and overall administrative accuracy.
- Digital Literacy: Proficiency with modern office technology, including dual-monitor setups and digital documentation platforms.
- Dependability: A consistent professional history and the reliability to keep front-office operations running on schedule.
- Schedule Flexibility: A willingness to adapt working hours as necessary to support patient volume or staffing needs.
- Physical Stamina: The ability to maintain focus and productivity in a primarily sedentary, computer-based role.
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Please Note: City Personnel offers extended interview hours from 7 am-7 pm upon request
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Recognized as one of The Providence Journal’s Top Workplaces, City Personnel, Inc. is your trusted local recruitment partner based in Providence, RI. For 20 years, we’ve been connecting top talent with leading companies right here in Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts.
At City Personnel, we don’t just match talent with opportunity. We invest in your growth and well-being. When you work with us, you’ll enjoy:
- Dedicated Career Coaching to help you with resumes, interviews, and career planning.
- Referral Program that rewards you for helping others find great opportunities.
- Temp Employee Benefits: Paid Sick, Holiday Pay, Health Insurance, Weekly Pay
City Personnel isn’t just a staffing agency. It’s a team that values you, celebrates your wins, and helps you succeed every step of the way.
Ready to take the next step in your career?Apply today and experience why we’ve been voted a Top Workplace in Rhode Island!Contact us today at (401) 331-2311 to find your perfect job match!
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